Pictures from Life's Other Side

Hank Williams

About Pictures from Life's Other Side

" Pictures from Life's Other Side" is a traditional song popularized by Hank Williams under the pseudonym "Luke the Drifter." It was released on MGM Records in 1951.


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2005
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In the world's mighty gallery of pictures
Hang the scenes that're painted from life
There's pictures of love and of passion
And there's pictures of keys and of strife

There hung pictures of youth and of beauty
Of old age and a blushing young bride
They all hung on the wall but the saddest of all
Are the pictures from life's other side

Just a picture from life's other side
Someone has fell by the way
A life has gone out with the tide
That might have been happy some day

There's a poor old mother at home
She's watching and waiting alone
Just longing to hear from a loved one so dear
Just a picture from life's other side

The first scene is that of a gambler
Who had lost all of his money at play
And he drowses dead mother's ring from his finger
Which she wore long ago on her wedding day

It's his last earthly treasure but he stakes it
Then bows his head that his shame he might hide
But when they lifted his head they found he was dead
That's just a picture from life's other side

Now the last scene is that by the river
Of a heartbroken mother and baby
As the harbor lights shine and they shiver
On an outcast, soon no one will save

And yet she was once a true woman
She was somebody's darling and pride
God help her she leaps, oh there's no one to weep
It's just a picture from life's other side

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Hank Williams

Hank Williams (/hæŋk wɪljəmz /; September 17, 1923 – January 1, 1953), born Hiram King Williams, was an American singer-songwriter and musician regarded as one of the most important country music artists of all time. Williams recorded 35 singles (five released posthumously) that would place in the Top 10 of the Billboard Country & Western Best Sellers chart, including 11 that ranked number one. more »

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Written by: HANK WILLIAMS SR.

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10 facts about this song

Historical Significance
"Pictures from Life's Other Side" is a song recorded by legendary country music artist Hank Williams. Hank Williams, often hailed as the "King of Country Music," recorded more than 100 songs during his short career, and this song is considered one of his distinguished works.
Original Composition
The song's composition is credited to Williams himself under the pseudonym "Luke the Drifter".
Lyrics Composition
The lyrics of "Pictures From Life's Other Side" paint a vivid picture of various aspects of life. The song conveys deep philosophical ideas about life and its imperfections.
Date of Release
Although Hank Williams recorded many songs in the 1940s and '50s, the precise date of "Pictures From Life's Other Side" release is disputable. Some sources suggest that it was first recorded in 1950.
Re-Recordings
After Williams' death, "Pictures from Life's Other Side" has been covered by several artists, notably by Hank Williams Jr., his son, and American country singer George Jones.
Popularity
Despite its darker and more somber tones, "Pictures from Life's Other Side" was quite popular among listeners due to its deep and insightful lyrics and Williams' expressive vocals.
Music Genre
"Pictures from Life's Other Side" is epitomized as classic country music, featuring Hank Williams' distinctive yodel-style singing, traditional country instruments, and expressive storytelling.
Album Inclusion
This song was included in several Hank Williams compilations, indicative of its importance in his discography, such as "I Saw the Light: The Unreleased Recordings."
Role in Williams’s discography
"Pictures from Life's Other Side" is one of the recordings made under the pseudonym "Luke The Drifter," under which Williams recorded the narrations version of songs with moralistic and philosophical conversation.
Impact
Like many of Williams' recordings, "Pictures from Life's Other Side" has become a quintessential part of classic country music, influencing future generations of musicians.

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